Plan your Trip
Looking to Book Accommodations?
We have partnered with several hotels in downtown Burlington & South Burlington to offer reduced-rate room blocks for the festival weekend. There are a limited number of rooms in each block, if you are planning to attend be sure to make your reservations early…..we can’t wait to see you!
What’s Happening in Town?
Hello Burlington
Our friends at Hello Burlington are an incredible resource for guiding you through everything Burlington, VT!
Check out this article on 24 hours in Burlington, explore restaurants, check out their event calendar!
Brewery Trails
Visit one of our member breweries! Follow a trail or create your own! The fun is yours! Don’t forget to submit your stamp in your VBA passport!
Take the Brewery Challenge
Sign up for the Vermont Brewers Association Brewery Challenge! Discover Beer Worth Finding®, submit your stamp in the app, redeem for VBA merch!
Getting Here: Travel Tips for Canadian Visitors
Vermont stands for inclusion for all, the freedom to take life at your own pace, and the warmth of community. The connection between Canada and Vermont feels challenged right now, but whenever your plans include Vermont, we’ll be here.
The team at Vermont Department of Tourism at Marketing have put together an incredible Guide to
Crossing the U.S./Canada Border.
If you’re planning to visit the U.S. from Canada and cross into Vermont, here are some ways to be travel-ready. It’s a good idea to have a plan you’re able to clearly share with border control officials about the purpose of your visit, including what you’ll be doing and where you’ll be staying. Throughout their page, find information on exchange rates, travel documentation needed, and more.
Getting Here: Parking
We encourage all guests to plan ahead for a safe and enjoyable experience. As this is a beer tasting event, we strongly recommend walking, biking, using a rideshare service (Uber/Lyft), or designating a sober driver. If you do plan to drive, please drink responsibly and plan for a safe ride home.
Parking Options
Limited parking is available near Waterfront Park, including public meters on Lake Street and the following downtown Burlington garages, all within walking distance:
- Downtown Garage (College Street) – entrances on College St, Cherry St, and Battery St
- Marketplace Garage – entrances on Cherry St and Bank St
- Additional waterfront parking may be available at nearby public lots such as Pease Lot and Perkins Pier.
Getting Here: Walking & Biking
Walking or biking to the Vermont Brewers Festival? Head to Waterfront Park near the boat launch, across from Foam Brewers, where the festival entrance is located.
Bike parking will be available nearby, with Local Motion onsite to help securely park and monitor bicycles.
Follow posted event signage along the waterfront to guide you to the entrance and bike parking area. Please plan ahead and enjoy the festival responsibly.
